The National Democratic Institute for International Affairs is a nonprofit organization working to strengthen and expand democracy worldwide. Calling on a global network of volunteer experts, NDI provides practical assistance to civic and political leaders advancing democratic values, practices and institutions. NDI works with democrats in every region of the world to build political and civic organizations, safeguard elections, and to promote citizen participation, openness and accountability in government. It undertakes a wide range of programs, including democratic governance, political party development, citizen participation, and information and communications technology. Headquartered in Washington D.C., The National Democratic Institute for International Affairs has locations throughout Asia, Africa, Europe, Eurasia, Latin America and Middle East.